Certified Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Assistant

The Certified Nursing Assistant/Geriatric Nursing Assistant (CNA/GNA) Program is ideal for the person who thinks he or she might want to enter a career in the healthcare field. This program can also be the first step on the career ladder leading to higher levels of nursing care and is perfect for the student who plans to complete the LPN or RN program, but desires to enter the workforce prior to doing so. By completing their CNA/GNA certification prior to attaining their RN or LPN degrees, students can gain health care experiences while still attending school.Students who successfully complete the program are eligible to take the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program Exam, commonly referred to as the GNA test.